Raine's POV

I wanted to stop him right there, and demand to know the details regarding our mating ceremony. But I certainly didn't want to be wearing lingerie for that conversation, so I quickly dressed and hurried into the living area.

I found Alaric sitting on one of the couches. He was tapping intently on his computer. I joined him and pulled my knees up underneath me to get comfortable.

He raised an eyebrow at me and murmured, "No coffee? I thought for sure it would be your first choice after last night's alcohol. Or if you prefer, I could call Vasile to come and prepare something."

I didn't respond...